The accusation

Julian, his voice shaky and eyes wide with fear, responded quickly. "I found her unconscious outside the restroom."

Alarmed by the commotion, Lara and Adelynn hurried over, their faces etched with concern. "She just went to the bathroom a moment ago," Lara recounted frantically. "What on earth happened?"

Silas's face paled as he looked at his unconscious bride. He scooped Esme into his arms and strode towards the bedroom.

Julian instinctively followed, his steps quickening to match Silas's. But Daphne clamped onto his hand, forcing him to halt.

A bitter realization struck Julian with the force of a blow. He had no right, no claim over Esme. He should let her husband take care of her. Swallowing the lump in his throat, he watched helplessly as Silas carried Esme away.

Victoria and Scarlet rushed into the bedroom after Silas, while Ewan dialed the doctor's number.